Rolled Arm Settee
20th Century British Chippendale Settees
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique Mid-18th Century British Chippendale Armchairs
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Settees
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Louis XV Settees
Fabric, Walnut
Late 20th Century French Provincial Loveseats
Hardwood, Down, Upholstery
1990s Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Benches
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century American Eastlake Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Wrought Iron
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20th Century Hollywood Regency Sofas
Upholstery
Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Foam
2010s British Louis XVI Sofas
Giltwood
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Sofas
Walnut, Velvet
Antique Late 19th Century English Chippendale Chairs
Mahogany
20th Century French Louis XV Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
Antique Late 18th Century English George III Cabinets
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s English Renaissance Beds and Bed Frames
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Vitrines
Glass, Mahogany
20th Century American French Provincial Settees
Fabric, Wood, Down
Antique 1760s American Chinese Chippendale Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century English George II Sofas
Walnut, Upholstery
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Console Tables
Marble
20th Century American Georgian Settees
Fabric, Wood
Antique 17th Century English Charles II Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique 19th Century Swedish Louis XVI Settees
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
Recent Sales
Antique 19th Century British Chippendale Settees
Wood
Antique 19th Century American Neoclassical Settees
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Settees
Velvet, Teak
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Irish Benches
Early 20th Century French Settees
20th Century American Chinoiserie Settees
Fabric, Mahogany, Down
Antique Early 1900s English Georgian Settees
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Loveseats
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Chippendale Settees
Faux Bamboo
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Directoire Settees
Fruitwood
Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Settees
Fabric
Antique 1840s Unknown Settees
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Settees
Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Settees
20th Century English Georgian Settees
Brass
Vintage 1920s British Settees
Silk, Upholstery, Velvet, Lacquer, Cane, Rattan
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Settees
Fabric
20th Century American Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Loveseats
1990s American Modern Sofas
Damask, Wood, Feathers
Vintage 1940s Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture
Upholstery, Wicker
Antique 19th Century Unknown Sofas
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Stainless Steel
Late 20th Century Bohemian Patio and Garden Furniture
Upholstery, Wicker
Antique 19th Century Swedish Sofas
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs
Fabric
Vintage 1930s English Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Settees
Velvet, Oak
Vintage 1960s American Loveseats
Wood
Antique 19th Century Italian Louis XVI Settees
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Settees
Velvet, Wood
Antique 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Settees
Fabric, Fruitwood, Pine
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Settees
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Loveseats
Wicker
Antique 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Sofas
Birch
Mid-20th Century Regency Settees
Wood, Cane, Paint
Antique 19th Century American Sofas
Mahogany
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Canapes
Wood, Paint, Linen
Antique 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Settees
Mahogany
20th Century Settees
Gold Leaf
Antique 1880s French Settees
Muslin, Wood
Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Settees
Antique 19th Century British Settees
Leather, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Sofas
Mahogany
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Settees
Mahogany
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Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
- Are rolled arms out of style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Rolled arms have been around for centuries and offer a classic versatile look to any décor. While it really comes down to personal taste, rolled arms have indeed stood the test of time. Shop a collection of rolled arm furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An English roll arm sofa is a style of sofa that is recognizable by its deep seat, tight untufted back and rolled arms. You can shop a collection of English roll arm sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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